GCSE EXAMS SUMMER 2026
The written GCSE exams are scheduled to begin on Thursday 7th May 2026 and conclude on 16th June.
The JCQ contingency date is designated in the event of national or significant local
disruption to examinations in the UK
Wednesday 24th June 2026 -All DAY
We must remind candidates that they must remain available until Wednesday 24th June 2026 should an awarding body need to invoke its contingency plan.
GCSE Timetable – Summer 2025
Please find below a copy of the GCSE Timetable for examinations to be taken this summer
Information for Pupils and Parents/Carers
The handbook below contains lots of information and guidance about taking exams:
In addition, please watch the short video below which will provides instructions for candidates sitting their exams:
Further information about our school Exam Policies and JCQ Regulations can be found below:
Results Day
GCSE Results Day will take place on Thursday 20th August 2026.
Pupils may collect their results from the main hall between 9:30am and 12:00pm.
Senior staff will be available to provide support and guidance, including:
- Results checking
- Information on post-16 options
- Advice on remarking and appeals
If a pupil is unable to attend in person, further information about what to do can be found in the letter below:
GCSE Results Day Letter – August 2025
We look forward to celebrating the achievements of all our pupils on this important day.
Results Guidance
Below is our policy on Examination Appeals:
Internal Appeals Policy And Procedure
Further advice from JCQ can be found here:
Coping with Exam Pressure
We understand that examinations can be a stressful time for both pupils and their families. To help, we’ve provided some guidance below.
Ofqual – guidance for exam stress
Further help and support can be found on our website, press for more
